Clinical Trial Scientist

Clinical Trial Scientist Based in Basildon (hybrid role: 3 days office, 2 days home per week) Salary: Competitive + Benefits + Bonus Permanent or FTC role If you are an exceptional clinical trials professional looking for a new and varied role with a fast-growing international business, then we want to hear from you.
Join us to help improve peoples' lives and make healthcare better for everyone!
Why Pharmanovia?
Pharmanovia is a dynamic, fast-growing international pharmaceutical company with a portfolio of over 20 brands across more than 160 markets.
Our mission is to improve patient health globally through the revitalisation of niche, tried-and-trusted medicines.
Our core behaviours are: We act decisively but we never compromise on quality.
We keep our promises and do as we say.
We value our heritage and foster an entrepreneurial spirit.
We reinvest in our future - in our products, our brands, and our people.
We give back to our communities.
Since its inception in 2013, Pharmanovia has grown consistently year on year, focusing on delivering high-quality branded prescription medicines to patients, prescribers, and healthcare providers across the world.
Our growth has enabled the company to reinvest in its products, brands, people, and to give back to its communities.
A people business with a strong, supportive culture that encourages innovation and entrepreneurial spirit, our team comprises over 300 employees and 29 nationalities, operating from offices in the UK, Denmark, Netherlands, Switzerland, U.A.E., India, Singapore, Italy, Spain, and South Korea.
We are an agile, committed, and innovative global specialty pharma business and a preferred partner for innovator pharma companies, instigating a paradigm shift in the life cycle management of iconic medicines.
We seek to extensively engage with clinical communities to communicate product improvements and prioritise environmental, social, and governance considerations across the business and workforce.
Pharmanovia's therapeutic areas include Cardiovascular, Oncology, Endocrinology and Neurology.
About the role Reporting to Head of Clinical Development, you will play a key role in the design, execution, and oversight of clinical trials across various phases (I-IV).
This position collaborates with cross-functional teams, including Regulatory Affairs, Market Access, Strategic Marketing, Legal and Medical Affairs, to ensure scientific integrity and operational excellence in clinical trial planning and execution.
You will contribute to protocol development, data analysis, and scientific communication to drive clinical development strategies and achieve high-quality outcomes that meet regulatory and corporate standards.
You will also act as the main point of interaction with external CROs, help in identifying best partners to appoint for trial execution and support, as well as ensuring each clinical study protocol is designed with scientific integrity with the endpoints clearly addressing the study objectives in line with the CDP and business needs and other regulatory standards of all trials including IITs.
The department has an ethos of continuous improvement, refining systems and creating efficiencies.
This, along with the rapid growth of the business, leads to a varied and dynamic working environment.
Main responsibilities and duties Clinical Trial Design: Develop and contribute to the design and writing of clinical trial protocols, investigator brochures, and related study documents.
Collaborate with the clinical development team to establish study objectives, endpoints, and inclusion/exclusion criteria.
Provide scientific input into trial design, statistical analysis, and risk management strategies.
Study Execution and Oversight: Ensure trials are conducted in compliance with regulatory requirements and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.
Oversee data collection, quality control, and data integrity throughout the trial lifecycle.
Serve as a point of contact for clinical trial sites, supporting trial-related activities, troubleshooting, and monitoring patient safety.
Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyse and interpret clinical data, working closely with biostatistics and data management teams to ensure data accuracy.
Contribute to the preparation of clinical study reports (CSRs), abstracts, posters, and manuscripts for internal and external presentations.
Review study results for accuracy and consistency, identifying key findings relevant to product development.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, Market Access, and Pharmacovigilance to ensure alignment on study objectives and milestones.
Provide scientific expertise in meetings with key stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, investigators, and partners.
Contribute to project timelines, budget adherence, and risk management.
Regulatory Support: Assist in the preparation of regulatory submissions, including PIP and MAAs, by providing scientific insights and data.
Stay current with regulatory guidelines, therapeutic area trends, and competitive landscape to inform clinical development strategies.
About you - what you will need to have Advanced degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) in life sciences, clinical research, or related field.
Minimum 5+ years of experience in clinical trial management.
High level of scientific and analytical ability to design and interpret complex clinical studies.
Ability to work cross-functionally and foster strong partnerships within and outside the organization.
Strong attention to protocol adherence, data accuracy, and scientific integrity.
Effective problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing trial challenges.
Strong knowledge of GCP, ICH guidelines, and relevant regulatory requirements.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with an ability to translate complex scientific information for diverse audiences.
Determined, driven to achieve results and business minded.
Proven track record of working and leading a cross-functional team in a matrix environment.
The ability to review both data and procedures in detail and the ability to see the greater overall picture.
What we offer We offer a competitive salary plus bonus and rewards package including holiday, health & wellbeing program, employee recognition awards, social events, pension scheme and hybrid working.
` By applying for this role, your details will be sent to Ortolan People, who are engaged to provide recruitment support in processing applications.
We will endeavour to respond to all applicants within three working days.
Occasionally for roles with a very high volume of applicants, this may not be possible.